For one reason or another, i've started to put shows on again - I hadn't put one on for around 18 months. There were a few reasons for this... lack of motivation, dwindling attendances (probably linked!), lack of a decent venue, studies taking priority - all contributing factors.
Anyway, the time is right to start again. And it did. Last Sunday...
It was great to kick things off again with a Sunday afternoon matinee as it was something we'd become known for previously, with memorable lunchtime performances from Lemuria, Young Livers, Bridge & Tunnel and Deep Sleep on different occasions.
In the end, there were 5 turns 'treading the boards' on Sunday. Losing Sleep from Kingston and Mikey Erg (of The Ergs!), who was drumming for Worriers, played a couple of short sets too, which was ace. In fact all the bands were excellent.
(Above: ONSIND)
It felt great to be helping touring bands again and contributing to something cool happening in our community. Lots of friends, friends of friends and kids of friends came down to support the gig and everyone enjoyed freshly brewed Chemex coffees, tea and homemade vegan cakes.
(Above: Rhys and Frankie of Pop Recs Ltd, perusing the cakes)
We payed all the bands well and even managed to donate some cash to the guys at Pop Recs Ltd who were such a massive help on the day. The shop is so vital to music, art and culture in Sunderland at the moment, it felt only right to help them out. Even if only in some small way.
(Above: Me and Rachel)
On a personal note, it was ace to catch up and hang out with Rachel again. We first met when we put on her band, Bridge & Tunnel, back in 2008. The following year, they came back again and we've been firm buds since.
Rachel is playing guitar in Worriers and will be staying on in Europe to tour with her other band, Troubled Sleep, throughout December. Check 'em out if you can.
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Next gig:
Jimmy Islip & The Ghosts
Mansions of Glory
Dec 6th @ Pop Recs Ltd
Sunderland
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